The Last Plum
A Mini and Milo Book
From the Series Mini and Milo
Mini is wild about winning.
When she is one plum short for her entry into the annual cooking competition, she asks her best friend Milo for his last plum. Milo doesn’t want to hand it over, but Mini is determined to have it. Will Mini manage to make her plum pie, or will she find another very special ingredient?
Mini and Milo are endearing, charming, and relatable, and together they learn to deal with life’s big and small problems . . . building resilience and insight through trial and error and friendship. Written with heart and humor by family dispute specialist, mindset coach, and mom Venita Dimos, and brilliantly illustrated by Natashia Curtin, Mini and Milo will become your best friends too!
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-76160-161-3
On pre-order until 09/09/2025
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$18.99 |
| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: B Self-Management, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2025 |
| Publisher | Walker Books Australia |
| Imprint | Walker Books Australia |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2025-09-09 |
Author: Venita Dimos
Venita Dimos is an experienced lawyer, mediator, and coach. As a mother of three daughters, she is passionate about empowering children with the skills and resilience to navigate life’s curveballs. Venita’s books explore key life skills in a fun, humorous, and imaginative way.
Illustrator: Natashia Curtin
Natashia Curtin grew up in a Yolngu township in the Northern Territory of Australia and moved to Melbourne in the 1990s to study graphic design. She likes boogie-boarding, listening to music, and hanging with friends.
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Mini and Milo
Story-led, with humor and heart, this series follows the adventures of Mini and Milo as they navigate friendship and all its ups and downs, such as competitiveness, managing inner voices, learning to listen, and communicating effectively. The Mini and… View available downloads →
Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
“The softly colored, carefully composed digital illustrations present personable, sympathetic protagonists, with ample boldfaced type incorporated into the artwork for dramatic effect. A delightful charmer about how friendships can blossom through compromise.”—Kirkus Reviews